Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Creamy mac and cheese with a spicy buffalo chicken kick! This recipe is perfect for a game day snack or a comforting weeknight meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 0.5 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook macaroni according to package directions.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses until melted. Add cooked chicken and buffalo sauce. Combine with cooked macaroni.
- Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Notes
Serve immediately. Garnish with extra cheese and green onions if desired.